Protection & Control Engineer

Protection & Control Engineer (Generation Stations)

Location: Burnaby, BC (Hybrid)
Duration: 12-Month Contract

MatchBox Consulting Group is seeking an experienced Protection & Control Engineer to support one of British Columbia's largest utility providers. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to the design, modernization, and maintenance of generation protection and control systems that support critical power generation infrastructure across the province.

Working as part of the Generation Stations team, you'll play a key role in delivering engineering solutions for generating units and auxiliary systems while collaborating with multidisciplinary teams throughout the project lifecycle.

Responsibilities

• Design protection and control (P&C) systems for generating stations and associated auxiliary equipment.

• Prepare engineering deliverables including design calculations, specifications, reports, estimates, hazard logs, and test plans.

• Develop detailed design packages including single-line diagrams, AC/DC schematics, wiring diagrams, cable schedules, equipment layouts, and material lists.

• Perform engineering reviews and provide technical guidance on designs prepared by internal and external teams.

• Support field investigations, construction activities, commissioning, and equipment installation.

• Prepare commissioning test plans and provide technical support during commissioning.

• Complete condition assessments and develop engineering recommendations for existing equipment and systems.

• Coordinate with project managers, construction teams, operations, and other engineering disciplines to deliver successful projects.

• Provide technical mentorship and engineering expertise throughout project execution.

Qualifications

• Registered Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) with Engineers and Geoscientists BC (EGBC).

• Valid EGBC Permit to Practice.

• Minimum 8 years of relevant engineering experience.

• Strong experience designing Protection & Control systems for electrical utility generating stations.

• Experience preparing signed and sealed engineering deliverables.

• Strong understanding of engineering design practices, industry standards, and quality management processes.

• Familiarity with CAD systems, engineering design software, and Microsoft Office.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

• Valid Class 5 Driver's Licence with the ability to travel to project sites as required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience within the electrical utility industry.

• Experience supporting construction, commissioning, and field engineering activities.

• Experience performing condition assessments and developing engineering recommendations for power generation facilities.

• Experience reviewing consultant and contractor engineering deliverables.

Work Environment

• Hybrid work arrangement based in Burnaby.

• Opportunity to work on critical generation infrastructure projects supporting power generation across British Columbia.

• Occasional travel to generating stations and project sites as required.

If you're an experienced Protection & Control Engineer looking to make an impact on major utility infrastructure projects, we'd love to hear from you.

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About MatchBox

Headquartered in downtown Vancouver and serving clients nationally, MatchBox is one of the leading recruitment and solutions firms that specializes in the fields of IT & Technology, Engineering & Technical, Real Estate & Construction, and Accounting & Finance. We offer unrivaled expertise with our team's extensive experience in the recruitment and professional services industry. We are dedicated to building great connections and creating strong opportunities within the workforce and the labor market.

Equal Opportunities

MatchBox is committed to providing equal opportunities for all applicants. We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, including members of minority groups such as racialized individuals, people with disabilities, LGBTQ+ individuals, and Indigenous peoples. It is a priority for us that all candidates are treated fairly and without discrimination. Our recruitment teams receive ongoing training on using objective criteria for evaluating candidates and other related topics to create an inclusive and welcoming environment for all.

Work Permits

Please note that we require all interested candidates to obtain the necessary work permits from the Government of Canada prior to submitting an application. This position is open exclusively to individuals residing in Canada and legally authorized to work in Canada. Applications not meeting these criteria will not be considered.

Further Consideration

We receive a high volume of applications and are only able to contact candidates who are selected for further consideration.

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